Elephant of Tranquility: A Guardian of Prosperity and Joy.

by | Aug 23, 2024 | Knitting

Introducing the Knitted Elephant of Tranquility Elephant Pattern

Create your very own charming and huggable knitted elephant with this easy-to-follow pattern. Designed with super bulky yarn, this plush elephant is perfect for knitters of all skill levels who want to craft a lovable toy or a comforting companion for someone special. With its soft, rounded body, floppy ears, and adorable trunk, this elephant is sure to bring joy to anyone who receives it. Whether you’re making it as a gift or as a fun project for yourself, this pattern provides clear instructions to help you knit a delightful elephant that will be cherished for years to come.

Materials:

  • Yarn: Super bulky weight yarn in gray for the body, and a small amount of black or dark yarn for the eyes.
  • Needles: US Size 10.5 (6.5 mm) circular needles or double-pointed needles for knitting in the round.
  • Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
  • Safety Eyes or Black Yarn: For embroidering eyes.
  • Tapestry Needle: For sewing and weaving in ends.

Abbreviations:

  • k: knit
  • p: purl
  • st(s): stitch(es)
  • k2tog: knit two stitches together (decrease)
  • p2tog: purl two stitches together (decrease)
  • CO: cast on
  • BO: bind off

Body:

  1. Cast On:
    • CO 40 sts using gray yarn.
    • Join to knit in the round, being careful not to twist your stitches.
  2. Knit the Body:
    • Knit every round until the body measures approximately 6 inches from the cast-on edge.
  3. Decrease for the Bottom:
    • Round 1: (k8, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (36 sts)
    • Round 2: Knit all stitches.
    • Round 3: (k7, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (32 sts)
    • Round 4: Knit all stitches.
    • Continue decreasing in this manner until you have 8 stitches remaining.
  4. Finish the Body:
    • Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the ends.
    • Stuff the body with polyester fiberfill until it is firm and holds its shape.

Head:

  1. Cast On:
    • CO 24 sts using gray yarn.
    • Join to knit in the round.
  2. Knit the Head:
    • Knit every round until the head measures approximately 4 inches from the cast-on edge.
  3. Decrease for the Top:
    • Round 1: (k6, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (21 sts)
    • Round 2: Knit all stitches.
    • Round 3: (k5, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (18 sts)
    • Round 4: Knit all stitches.
    • Continue decreasing in this manner until you have 6 stitches remaining.
  4. Finish the Head:
    • Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the ends.
    • Stuff the head with polyester fiberfill and sew it to the body.

Trunk:

  1. Cast On:
    • CO 12 sts using gray yarn.
    • Knit in the round for 3-4 inches, depending on how long you want the trunk to be.
  2. Decrease:
    • Round 1: (k2, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (9 sts)
    • Round 2: Knit all stitches.
    • Round 3: (k1, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (6 sts)
  3. Finish the Trunk:
    • Cut the yarn, thread it through the remaining stitches, and pull tight.
    • Stuff the trunk lightly and sew it to the front of the head.

Ears (Make 2):

  1. Cast On:
    • CO 12 sts using gray yarn.
  2. Shape the Ear:
    • Row 1: k all stitches.
    • Row 2: p all stitches.
    • Row 3: (k2tog) repeat across the row. (6 sts)
    • Row 4: p all stitches.
  3. Finish the Ear:
    • BO all stitches.
    • Fold the ear slightly and sew it to the sides of the head.

Legs (Make 4):

  1. Cast On:
    • CO 16 sts using gray yarn.
  2. Knit the Legs:
    • Knit in the round for 3-4 inches.
  3. Decrease for the Feet:
    • Round 1: (k2, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (12 sts)
    • Round 2: Knit all stitches.
    • Round 3: (k1, k2tog) repeat to end of round. (8 sts)
    • Round 4: Knit all stitches.
  4. Finish the Legs:
    • Cut the yarn, thread it through the remaining stitches, and pull tight.
    • Stuff the legs and sew them to the bottom of the body.

Tail:

  1. Cast On:
    • CO 6 sts using gray yarn.
    • Knit in the round for about 1-2 inches.
  2. Finish the Tail:
    • Cut the yarn, thread it through the remaining stitches, and pull tight.
    • Sew the tail to the back of the body.

Final Steps:

Attach safety eyes or embroider eyes using black yarn.

Weave in any loose ends.

Adjust the stuffing if necessary.